- TripBuzz found 321 things to do with kids in or near Avon, Connecticut, including 315 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, West Hartford, Springfield and Bristol.
- From Avon Valley Show Stables to Huck Finn Adventures & Sales, the Avon area offers 109 different types of family activities, including: Parks, History Museums, Dance Studios and Horseback Riding.
- Avon is situated close to the center of Connecticut, pressing against Talcott Moutain and the Metacomet Ridge. Even though the town is relatively large in both size and population, it still remains true to its original farming roots. There are multiple farms in the area and a substantial farmer's market.
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Kennedy Park is a park known for its multiple hiking and mountain biking trails of various difficulty levels. Attractions include hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, picnicking, and cross country skiing.
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Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo has some rare animals, including tigers, along with a barnyard, wolf exhibit, and a prairie dog habitat among other features. Peacocks wander the grounds freely and visitors can even ride the camel.
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1465 Barnum Avenue, Stratford, CT 06614
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An old-style bowling alley, Barnum Duckpin Bowling Lanes & Duckpin Lounge offers multiple lanes of duckpin bowling as well as a full service Italian restaurant and bar. The restaurant serves a wide variety of pizzas, including clams casino and meatball.
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With several productions shown each year, Square One Theatre Company offers dramas and comedies for visitors to attend. The plays feature local actors and staff that volunteer for each production.
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Nestled in charming Bridgeport, Connecticut, the Beardsley Zoo is the only one in the state. It features exotic birds, big cats, reptiles and many other fascinating creatures. The zoo welcomes school groups and hosts summer camps for kids and teens.
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The Long Ridge Library has been serving patrons since 1916. The library collections include both new works and historical local biographies, books and materials donated by prominent local authors and artists. Frequent events include children's storytime and holiday parties.
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Academy Hill is a community park and veteran's memorial in Stratford's Historic District. The memorial features an open field where a variety of colonial re-enactments are held in addition to several other large monuments.
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967 Academy Hill, Stratford, CT 06615
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Built in 1750, the preserved Stratford Historical Society Capt David Judson House today has tours that demonstrate life in the 18th century. The house contains period furniture and the attached museum has many items from the era and beyond.
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The gorgeous Rocky Neck State Park in East Lyme, Connecticut offers many appealing features and amenities. It is a popular saltwater swimming destination and has camping facilities. Patrons may picnic at a number of designated spots throughout the park.
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Intended for children, the Garbage Museum in Stratford, Connecticut is dedicated to the history of American waste disposal. This fun, fascinating museum is also interesting for adult visitors. Group tours require a reservation.